The halls of 300 Water Street in Whitby were filled with energy, purpose and pride as DurhamCommunity Health Centre (DCHC) hosted its Black Health and Wellness Day, bringing together community members and healthcare practitioners from across the Greater Toronto Area. Led by CEO Francis Garwe, the event created a space where culture, conversation and care […]
About 250 residents turned out in Ajax this January to take part in the town’s first-ever New Year’s Levee, marking a new chapter in community engagement and civic connection. The event, hosted by Jennifer McKelvie and Ajax Councillor Rob Cerjanec, was held on January 17 at St. Nedela Macedonian Orthodox Church. Residents, community leaders, and […]
Community honours torchbearers at MLK Connexus By Kojo Community spirit, reflection, and celebration filled the Canadian Event Centre in Whitby as a full house gathered for the MLK Connexus Dreamers to Torchbearers awards ceremony. The annual event brought together leaders, families, youth, and elders to honour individuals whose lives and work reflect the enduring legacy […]
The Durham Region Police Service, in partnership with Black community leaders, will host a public Forum on Anti-Black Hate on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to confront racism, strengthen accountability, and promote community safety across Durham Region. The forum will run from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Ajax Public […]
Santa Claus arrived in style on Saturday evening as Ajax hosted its annual holiday parade, drawing an estimated 8,000 people to the heart of the town for a colourful, music-filled celebration. Families lined the streets long before dusk, eager for the glow of lights, the sound of steelpan, and the magic that comes with Santa’s […]
Arts and Culture Jamaica Inc. celebrates its 30th anniversary By Neil Armstrong Arts and Culture Jamaica Inc., a Toronto-based organization that provides a forum to promote the cultural and artistic heritage of Jamaica, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with an upcoming signature event featuring over 20 authors and artists. Incorporated in 1995, it not only […]
CBWC scholarship deadline nears for Black grade 12 students The Congress of Black Women of Canada – Ajax/Pickering Chapter is pleased to offer four $1,000 scholarships to graduating Grade 12 students who self-identify as Black and will be attending full-time post-secondary studies in the upcoming academic year. These annual awards aim to recognize students who […]
Ajax riders outraged over 920 bus cancellation during rush hour By Luann Pilgence Frustration is growing across Ajax and Durham Region after Durham Transit abruptly cancelled Route 920, a critical lifeline for commuters travelling between Oshawa and Scarborough Town Centre. The route, known for its consistently high ridership, offered vital links to Toronto’s subway and […]
Canisia Lubrin wins Carol Shields Prize for Fiction St. Lucia-born author Canisia Lubrin has been awarded the 2025 Carol Shields Prize for Fiction for her bold and lyrical short story collection Code Noir. The win earns Lubrin $150,000 USD (approximately $207,500 CAD), making it the richest international literary prize dedicated to women and non-binary writers […]
Cultural Expressions for Change (CE4C) held its 18th annual Black History Month celebration on Saturday, February 1, at Clark Richardson Collegiate in Ajax. The event, themed “Expressions for Change: Preparing the Next Generation,” highlighted the achievements of Black Canadians and recognized community leaders making a difference in the Durham Region. Hosted by Kevin Carrington of […]
